Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
50-59 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
17%
Montclair
Montclair, NJ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,435
Population
27,662
Renter Mix
56% Rent
Montclair’s natural surroundings and artistic splendor don’t go unnoticed
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Located just 12 miles west of Manhattan, Montclair combines metropolitan convenience with tree-lined neighborhood charm. The township features diverse architecture, from historic Victorians to contemporary homes, spread across six commercial districts. Montclair Center and Upper Montclair offer an array of shops and restaurants. The community's parks provide outdoor recreation opportunities, including the 33-acre Mountainside Park and the seasonal displays at Presby Memorial Iris Gardens. Current rental trends show steady growth, with average one-bedroom apartments commanding $2,340 monthly, reflecting a 2.2% year-over-year increase, while two-bedroom units average $2,947 with a 4% annual increase.
Montclair State University anchors the township's educational landscape, while cultural attractions include the Montclair Art Museum, Wellmont Theater, and the annual Montclair Film Festival. Seven NJ Transit rail stations and multiple bus lines connect residents to New York City, making commuting convenient. The township's historic sites include Anderson Park, a 14.85-acre green space designed by John Charles Olmsted, and the Crane House and Museum, which showcases local history dating back to 1868.
Explore the City
Downtown Montclair, NJ has an artsy city feel in a suburban setting.
Downtown Montclair
Two South Willow is a recent example of the development boom hitting Montclair South End.
Along North Fullerton Ave, are older, but charming apartment communities.
Bloomfield Ave is the main artery of Montclair, with Whole Foods and new housing opening.
Montclair South End sits about 12 miles west of Manhattan.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$124,305
Average: $153,466
Education
13,443
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
15,877
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Montclair has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
56%
Non-Renters
44%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
46%
Other Education
54%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Montclair, NJ is $2,053 for a studio, $2,435 for one bedroom, $3,071 for two bedrooms, and $3,726 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Montclair has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,435/month
626 Sq Ft
House
$3,982/month
133 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Montclair, NJ is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
541 Students
Public
Grades K-5
423 Students
Public
Grades K-5
266 Students
Public
Grades K-5
394 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
385 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
610 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
548 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
213 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,968 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Van Vleck House & Gardens
- Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
- Edison National Historic Site
- Branch Brook Park
- Turtle Back Zoo
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
- LaGuardia
Top Apartments in Montclair
Houses for Rent in Montclair
Property Management Companies in Montclair, NJ
Goldberg Realty Associates
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34
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3,918
Units
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26
Cities
6 Communities in Montclair
Affiliated Management, Inc.
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38
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3,910
Units
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29
Cities
5 Communities in Montclair
Cammeby's
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75
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20,184
Units
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52
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3 Communities in Montclair
Sparrow Asset Management
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15
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1,545
Units
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14
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3 Communities in Montclair
Sterling Properties
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18
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2,142
Units
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17
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2 Communities in Montclair
Meli Companies
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19
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1,035
Units
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13
Cities
2 Communities in Montclair
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.